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Monday, January 10, 2011

Baptism

Ahh Baptism...there was an old Marine expression, "Baptism of Fire". It was when you first encountered an experience, when the butterflies are prevelent. When you first are out front, it is time to put up the goods. Yesterday I baptized a baby, Harley Rose. A few weeks ago I baptized three children, two infants and a 4 year old (Cara, Sophia and Liam Patrick).
The first one was nerve wracking. Yesterday, not so much, it seemed much more natural. It was a wonderful opportunity to explain to all who attended, especially the immediate family of the importance of baptism. It is a true gift to bring these children to Christ, to mark them forever with his seal. It is a great joy to operate in this sacramental grace, in Holy Orders, and to be an instrument of salvation, according to God's will. I am forever blessed.

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About Me

About the Author: Fr. D.A. Suglia is a priest of the Diocese of Rockville Centre, New York. Ordained in 2011, he worked for 15 years in Corporate America after 4 years as a commissioned officer (Captain) in the USMC. I learned most from growing up in a great family with six siblings and loving parents. Lived in 4 countries and 7 U.S. states.